Veterinary Science

Is this you?

• I have an interest in animals’ well-being
• I am good at science
• I am a problem solver
• I am detail oriented

Partnering with:

• Columbus State Community College
• Marion Technical College

Career Focus

• Prepared for immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education
• Advanced Certifications
• Interactive Field Trips
• Internships
• Scholarships

Career Opportunities Upon Graduation

• Veterinary Assistant
• Animal Retail Sales/Manager
• Animal Care/Lab Tech
• Animal Facility Associate
• Groomer’s Assistant
• Veterinary Receptionist

With additional Training/Education

• Veterinary Technician-Associate Degree
• Farm Manager—Bachelor’s Degree
• Veterinarian-Bachelor’s Degree/ DVM
• Veterinary Practice Manager—Bachelor’s Degree
  Typical Wages:
  Veterinary Assistant—$10 to $15 per hour
  Veterinary Technician (Associate Degree)—$16 to $25 per hour
  DVM (Bachelor’s Degree, plus years in Veterinary School—$79,000-$160,000

• Certifications: Earn Ohio Department of Education(ODE) credential points toward graduation during your Junior and Senior years.
  • Elanco Veterinary Medical (*6 points)
  • Elanco Animal Science (*6 points)
  • OHSA 10 (*1 point)
  • First Aid/CPR (*1 points)
  • Fear Free Certified Professional (*3 points)
  • World Pet Association Professional Grooming Credential (*3 points)

Some Area Employers Include:

Maple Run Veterinary Clinic, Yancey Clinic of Veterinary Medicine, Edgefield Animal Care Center, North Central Veterinary Clinic, K-9 Kutts and Training and Kennels, Humane  Society of Delaware County, Central Ohio Veterinary Emergency Hospital (COVE).

Work with animals! Your abilities can keep animals healthy, nurse them when ill — even save their lives!

• Start a rewarding career in a growing field. Why take a Veterinary Assistant training program? With the right credentials, you can:
  —Be an important part of a professional veterinary staff.
  —Work at a veterinary hospital, animal shelter, kennel, or laboratory.

Pet owners increasingly take advantage of veterinary services, spurring employment growth for Veterinary Assistants. That means more opportunity for you!

Tri-Rivers Career Center  affirms that equal opportunities are offered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, military status, national origin, disability, age, and ancestry of person.